Assembly and service

Springs in vibrating systems

Vibratory response depends on the spring together with system mass, installation, and damping.

Platform with a mass supported by four upright helical springs.
Educational illustration generated for this guide.

Resonance

Response can grow when excitation approaches a natural frequency of the assembly. Relevant frequency and amplitude depend on effective mass, installed stiffness, supports, joints, and damping; spring rate alone does not determine them.

Dynamic evaluation

State mass, frequency range, amplitudes, impacts, installation, and expected cycles. The current calculator does not calculate natural frequencies, resonance, transmitted vibration, or fatigue life.